Job Title: Mainframe Developer

Location: Winnipeg, MB (Hybrid)

Estimated Duration: 6 Months
 

Role Overview

  •  Software Developers are part of a DevOps Squad, responsible for full lifecycle of the products they support.  This includes the design, development, support and maintenance of software solutions.  The Software Developer will have the opportunity to be part of building sustainable modern solutions and supporting their quality work in production.

    This Role Involves the Following Activities:

  • Design, develop, integrate, test, transition to production, and maintain software applications
  • Provide production support, application monitoring, and tuning for applications
  • Participate in project planning
  • Provide input into the evolution of the software development environment and methods, including consultations with the Systems Architects and Business System Analysts
  • Provide technical leadership within your areas of expertise.

 

  • This Role Also Involves These Additional Specific Activities:
  • Implement enhancements to existing software including solution design, work breakdown and estimation, deploying the changes and warranty support.
  • Able to organize work tasks and coordinate with other team members.
  • Verbal and written communication required with other team members.
  • Trouble shoot application problems, then document and maintain an inventory of expertise for identified problems.
  • Handle multiple priorities when required.
  • Provide feedback into our software development best practices.
  • Occasional after hours and weekend might be required.

 

  • What You Will Bring
  • A degree or diploma in computer science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience
  • 5+ years of Mainframe Software Development experience
  • Training, knowledge and experience with the following:
  • Software design methodologies and proper documentation procedures
  • Software requirements analysis and design principles
  • DevOps and/or Agile team experience, especially related to Scrum or Kanban practices
  • Understanding of technical environments and their infrastructure including servers, networks, and security
  • Quality assurance techniques and automated testing practices
  • Solid understanding of the Mainframe Development environment and tools:
  • DB2, IMS DB, IMS/TM or CICS, PLI, COBOL, JCL
  • Changeman, Compuware tools, CA tools, File-Aid tools
  • Strong debugging and investigation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Plan and organize software development work
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, in person or through remote sessions
  • Previous experience with ServiceNow and Jira would be considered an asset

 
What will set you apart?

  • The strong desire and willingness to learn and apply new Software Developer technologies and development languages.  This may include legacy systems as well as the support and integration of vendor supplied application solutions.
  • The ability to contribute to the success of Group Customer technology operations through influence without reliance on authority or position. This includes modeling expected behaviors, demonstrating integrity, building and extending trust, being accountable, and accepting the responsibilities of being a team player.

 

The pay range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for this position is between CA$90.00 and CA$100.00

Our voluntary benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

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Tundra Technical Solutions is a global workforce and technology delivery firm, ranked by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the largest in North America. At Tundra, we aren't just hiring top talent at the world's most recognizable brands; we are pioneers of social recruitment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace.

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